SAN DIEGO, CA, July 10, 2013 – DJO Global, Inc., a global provider of medical device solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, today announced the appointment of Sharon Wolfington, as its new President of Global Recovery Sciences business unit.
Ms. Wolfington, formerly known as Sharon Brown, has over 20 years of experience in medical device sales, marketing and management. Ms. Wolfington joins DJO Global from Stryker, most recently as President of Stryker’s Performance Solutions business and was responsible for building and leading a startup business within Stryker to deliver systems and services to assist hospitals, patients, payors and surgeons focused on meeting their clinical, financial and operational performance goals. Previously Ms. Wolfington held the position of VP and GM, Stryker Global Trauma and Extremities, demonstrating many consecutive years of leading sales growth, moving Stryker Trauma from a distant #3 in market share to a strong #2. Ms. Wolfington joined Stryker in 2001 as Director of Sales for Stryker Biotech. Prior to Stryker, Ms. Wolfington held several roles at Biomet/EBI Medical Systems. Ms. Wolfington has completed the Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program, and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Nutrition Science from Miami University.
“Sharon brings a wealth of experience and proven track record to DJO Global,” said Mike Mogul, DJO Global President and Chief Executive Officer. “We look forward to her contribution to the executive management team and expect her broad experiences to make a terrific impact at DJO Global.”
About DJO Global
DJO Global is a leading global developer, manufacturer and distributor of high-quality medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management. The Company’s products address the continuum of patient care from injury prevention to rehabilitation after surgery, injury or from degenerative disease, enabling people to regain or maintain their natural motion. Its products are used by orthopedic specialists, spine surgeons, primary care physicians, pain management specialists, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, athletic trainers and other healthcare professionals. In addition, many of the Company’s medical devices and related accessories are used by athletes and patients for injury prevention and at-home physical therapy treatment. The Company’s product lines include rigid and soft orthopedic bracing, hot and cold therapy, bone growth stimulators, vascular therapy systems and compression garments, therapeutic shoes and inserts, electrical stimulators used for pain management and physical therapy products. The Company’s surgical division offers a comprehensive suite of reconstructive joint products for the hip, knee and shoulder. DJO Global’s products are marketed under a portfolio of brands including Aircast®, Chattanooga, CMF™, Compex®, DonJoy®, Empi®, ProCare®, DJO® Surgical, Dr. Comfort®, Bell-Horn® and ExosTM. For additional information on the Company, please visit www.DJOglobal.com.
